Comments on: 10 Breaths Of Freedom Relaxation Technique

By: Prasad

Prasad — Sat, 07 May 2011 06:42:05 +0000

I do pretty much the same kind of work as you do, but in a different part of the world. You know what, right here in India, where we all know a major part of what you and I preach since birth. I work with corporate audiences mostly; after all, these suited-booted types are most acutely subject to pressures of life’s travails.

Your words of easy-to-practice wisdom must surely be the balm people look for to ease the tightness in their lives. All the best to you and your audience.

By: Nigel Coates

Nigel Coates — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 06:13:30 +0000

Thanks Everyone for your kind words (and constructive criticism:)) all taken on board. I think there is really no excuse not to make ‘some’ effort for personal and spiritual growth. No matter what excuses you have (like time, money, ability) just being consciously aware at least once every day should be your foundation. With that ingrained as ritual, you can grow from there!

By: Sara

Sara — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:50:04 +0000

This exercise is perfect for all those who feel too busy to really give themselves the time they deserve. It made me think of the book “The Presence Process” by Michael Brown, which includes breathing 15 minutes in the morning and 15 minutes at night. An excellent book and process to suggest to anyone looking to really take the time to go deeper in their practice.

I enjoy all the little bits of wisdom and insight from your posts. Thanks!

By: Lori

Lori — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:14:58 +0000

I am always looking for a way to get the most out of meditation and you are a fresh face to me. I love your style and gentle coaxing. It is left for us to see the benefit and then work the exercise into our lives to get the most out of it and see results. Thanks

By: Gord

Gord — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:15:12 +0000

Toooo many words! I am exhausted just reading part of it. Talk less, say more.

By: Jasmine Dale

Jasmine Dale — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:24:38 +0000

Same thing happened to me as Ledy. i did it just before bed, and had the best sleep ever! I actually did it several times during the day – just to re-focus my energy when I was frazzled. Thanks Nigel, this is a great technique!

By: Ledy

Ledy — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:34:31 +0000

I tried the 10 Breaths Technique last night. I had the best night sleep!! Normally I have a very difficult time going to sleep on Sunday night (thinking that I have to get up for work the next day), but after I did the 10 breaths I fell to sleep right of way and it was very deep. I woke up before the alarm went off ready to get up and begin the day.

Thank you so much for providing this great exercise!!

By: Marjory Khan

Marjory Khan — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:59:52 +0000

Nigel, you have performed such a valuable service to bring to peoples' attention the physical and emotional benefits of the slow, deep, aware breath. For years I took but cold comfort in the realization that my excitable husband's negative outbursts had much more to do with his state of mind than with actual shortcomings on my part. Intellectually I understood, but emotionally I would still be deeply hurt and angry. Finally, last spring I learned a breathing technique from Spring Forest Qigong. I have been practicing it daily, and voila -- his angry words now pass over me, and I remain unperturbed. I wish I had had this knowledge years ago! This breathing method is to be performed standing, so I do it every night, a few consecutive breaths repeated every few minutes, while I walk on my husband's arms, legs, and back for an hour to release his physical and mental stress. He's not open to breathing or meditation and yep, I've been doing this walking on him almost every night for the 36 years of our marriage.